What is the cheapest way to get from Kendal to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Chester is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kendal to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Chester. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Railway Approach via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Chester. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Chester via Oxenholme Lake District and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Kendal to Chester?

The distance between Kendal and Chester is 87 miles. The road distance is 94.7 miles.

How do I travel from Kendal to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Kendal to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £29 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Kendal to Chester?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Kendal to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Chester bus from?

Kendal to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Weavers Court station.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Chester train from?

Kendal to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Kendal to Chester?

The best way to get from Kendal to Chester is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus and bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Kendal to Chester bus arrive?

Kendal to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Kendal to Chester train arrive?

Kendal to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Chester is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Kendal to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Kendal to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Kendal to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kendal to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2h 29m
£30–52
Drive 94.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kendal to Chestercar 94.1 mi
1h 43m
£24–34
Line 555 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Weavers Court to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Approachbus 2A
6h 24m
£26–48

Kendal to Chester by train

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Kendal to Chester via Oxenholme Lake District and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Chester via Bus Station, Bus Station, Railway Approach, Ormskirk, and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 6h 24m.

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